Rodney. But it’s out of the question. (Rises, takes chair to table)
Peale. What’s the matter with it?
Rodney. I wouldn’t do it, that’s all.
Peale. Gee, that’s tough!
Rodney. I’m not backing down—anything in reason, but you see, there’s someone who might object.
Peale. A girl? (Rodney nods) Her? (Pointing to where Mary exited)
Rodney. Yes.
Peale. (Rises and puts chair back) I guess it’s cold: girls are funny about their beaux doing a little innocent thing like eloping with some other girl.
Rodney. Why don’t you try somebody else?
Peale. I have! You were my last card. Well, I’m fired!